Eligibility Rules for VentureConnect

This autumn, VentureConnect announces two local meetings: in Cluj-Napoca on 12th of October and in Timisoara on 19th of October. The two VentureConnect local editions are a selection for the final competition in Bucharest, on 23rd November.

Who can apply:

• Entrepreneurs with ongoing businesses and outstanding projects in the IT, internet and technology areas who are in search of more than EUR 250,000 for expansion capital.

The process of applying is:

• The application form is found on Ventureconnect.ro and accessible on the following link

• Upon completing the application form, the file must be sent to the required email address

• The selected projects will be announced one week prior to each event

• The attendance of the selected entrepreneurs is necessary on the day of the event

• All questions attendees have on the selection process, please contact Alexandra Dumitru, Project Manager for VentureConnect at: [email protected]

The competition timeline:


• In Cluj? Send in your application form by 2nd of October at the following email address [email protected]

• In Timisoara? Send in your application form by 7th of October at the following email address [email protected]

• Aiming directly for Bucharest? Send in your application form by 11th of November at the following email address: [email protected] or [email protected].

Selection Process:


• The VentureConnect board will consider the startups that apply for this autumn’s editions taking into consideration the following criteria: Market, Positioning, Competitiveness and Return on Investment.

Apply now, we’re looking for the most exciting and innovative ideas that exploit the power of online, IT and technology!
Good luck!


Applications must be fully completed and sent before 11:59 pm on October 2nd, October 7th and November 11th to the designated email addresses in order to be considered. For any question regarding the process, please feel free to connect with the organizers of the VentureConnect events.

  • Confirm your attendance

    Thank you for your interest in VentureConnect. The final edition will take place on 23rd of November, at Hotel Intercontinental in Bucharest. In order to confirm your participation, please fill in the following details.

    Attendance

  • Who should apply?

    Entrepreneurs with ongoing businesses and developing projects in the IT/Internet/Technology areas who are in search of more than EUR 250,000 for expansion capital.

    Together with GECAD Group, we are launching a new funding opportunity for startups in the fields of software, web, technology and ecommerce. The seed investment grated through VentureConnect starts with EUR 50.000 for each session.

    Apply now!

  • Application Process

    Close to Cluj? Select VentureConnect Cluj button on the homepage. Send your application form by October 2nd. VentureConnect Cluj is organized on 12th of October. Attendance is free of charge.

    Close to Timisoara? Select VentureConnect Timisoara button on the homepage. Send your application form by October 7th. VentureConnect Timisoara is organized on 19th of October. Attendance is free of charge.

    Interested in coming to Bucharest directly? Select VentureConnect Bucharest button on the homepage. Send your application form by November 15th.

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  • Testimonials

    Călin Ştefanescu, CEO TJobs, advises Romanian entrepreneurs: The first event held in June 2010 was an excellent initiative, with well selected entrepreneurs offering a balanced choice of local and international potential.

    Stefan Cordier, from Lime&Tonic believes: "I was thoroughly impressed with the organization of the event, the caliber of investors present, and the great ventures presented by the entrepreneurs. We had lots of follow-up meetings with investors & left with very positive feelings that we will close additional investment. Well worth the trip.

  • Eligibility Rules

    This autumn, VentureConnect announces two local meetings: in Cluj-Napoca on 12th of October and in Timisoara on 19th of October. The two VentureConnect local editions are a selection for the final competition in Bucharest, on 23rd November.

    read more

  • Venture Connect is an initiative of: Biris Goran